International Game Technology Announces a 67% Dividend Increase

LAS VEGAS, Aug. 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT) announced today that its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.10 per share on its common stock, a 67% increase compared to the dividend paid in the same quarter last year.  This marks the 42^nd consecutive quarter that the Company has paid a dividend, which is currently the longest streak in the gaming industry.

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"As a reflection of our continued commitment to a balanced and measured approach to returning capital to shareholders, I am delighted to announce a 67% increase in our quarterly cash dividend," said Patti Hart, CEO of IGT.

The dividend is payable on October 4, 2013 to shareholders of record on September 19, 2013.

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International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT) is a global leader in casino gaming entertainment and continues to transform the industry by translating casino player experiences to social, mobile and interactive environments for markets around the world. IGT's acquisition of DoubleDown Interactive provides engaging social casino style entertainment to more than 6 million players monthly. More information about IGT is available at IGT.com or connect with IGT at @IGTNews or facebook.com/IGT. Anyone can play at the DoubleDown Casino by visiting http://apps.facebook.com/doubledowncasino or doubledowncasino.com

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